Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index
Describes the history, modern and traditional cultural practices and economies, geographic background, and ongoing oppression and struggles of the Ainu
Who are the Ainu? -- Land of extremes -- Hokkaido landscape -- Nature's bounty -- Wild Hokkaido -- First Ainu -- Fighting for survival -- Further struggles -- Keeping the culture alive -- Traditional economy -- Changing economy -- Traditional homes -- Modern homes -- Village life -- Bear hunters -- Clothing for all seasons -- Art of the Ainu -- Ancient language of the Ainu -- World of spirits -- Ainu festivals -- Song and dance